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The East Bay Children's Book Project - Oakland - 2501 Harrison St

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The East Bay Children's Book Project

2501 Harrison St, Oakland, California 94617
(510) 408-7323
Hours:

Take books Tu 3:30-5:30 pm and first Sat of the month 10am - 1pm during the school year
Donate books - First Saturday of the month 10am-1pm

Our books are picked up and given directly to children in need by teachers, social workers, health care professionals, community outreach groups, housing authority employees, and police officers. Some are used by schools, daycare and community centers, homeless shelters, and hospitals to create libraries at their sites. Our clients determine how best to meet the needs of the children with whom they work. See FAQs.

Item Notes Method Destination
Books - Children's Children's literature. We accept just about any kind of book for children and young adults, plus some teachers’ materials. We carry board books, picture books, early readers, beginning chapter books, chapter books, books for middle and high schoolers, nonfiction, activity books, reference books, and more. We don’t accept textbooks, religious books, used library books, or books that are in poor condition.
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